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TV can be
gruelling,especially for a newcomer.You have to battle deadlines and
really work against the clock.I remember earlier there were times when I
started work on Sundays and didnt come home till Monday.But thats just
how it is,you have to find a way out.I guess its only when you establish
yourself that the hours get easier.Thankfully,Ive reached a level where
they do adjust the schedule,where they can,for me.Also,I feel when
youre enjoying the work you do,the tiredness doesnt matter.

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Now Indian Actors to Boost Australia's Tourism Efforts

SYDNEY — Indian TV actors Saakshi Tanwar and Ram Kapoor may not be as
well-known as Oprah Winfrey, but the pair are set to follow in the
footsteps of the U.S. chat show queen in upping the profile of Australia
as a tourist destination.

The stars of 'Bade Acche Lagte Hain,' produced by Balaji Telefilms
for Sony TV, will jet to Australia for filming of the latest series of
the top-rated drama, which is watched by 42 million viewers on the
subcontinent. The plot involves the couple taking their honeymoon in
Sydney, a decision that Australian officials hope will trigger a wave of
other love-struck Indians travelling Down Under.

"This provides us with an opportunity to showcase the best of Sydney
and surrounds as a honeymoon destination," says George Souris, New South
Wales state's minister for tourism and major events.

In the year ending June 30, India ranked as New South Wales's 11th
biggest market in terms of visitor numbers and was worth 826 million
Australian dollars ($885 million) in total expenditure to Australia.

But this has the potential to take off rapidly through better
marketing, officials say. Tourism Australia estimates that Indian
visitors have the potential to spend up to $2.25 billion Australian
dollars by 2020.

The state's profile will also rise when the Indian cricket team tours
Australia from mid-December to early March, while New South Wales
tourist officials have signed an initial agreement with Singapore
Airlines to work together on marketing campaigns in the Indian market.

Australian tourism officials have been stepping up promotional
activities to counter the negative impact of the rapid appreciation of
the Australian dollar, which has made the country more expensive for
many overseas visitors, including those from the U.S. and U.K.

Earlier this year, Oprah Winfrey hosted a series of Australia-themed
shows in the shadow of the Sydney Opera House, and visited tourist
hotspots like Hamilton Island in the picturesque Whitsundays region of
Queensland state with the backing of Tourism Australia.

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Actor Ram Kapoor, 38 years old, who was last seen on the big screen in Udaan and now plays Ram Kapoor in popular teleseries Bade Acche Lagte Hain is riding a wave of popularity these days. We've also seen him host Rakhi Ka Swayamwar and act in shows like Ghar Ek Mandir, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, etc in the past but this time the actor plays a business tycoon in his late 40s and a husband who gradually falls in love after marriage.

ShaadiTimes finds out about the actor's onscreen characters, future projects and more...

What is the kind of response you've got from people for your show, Bade Acche Lagte Hain, so far?It's been wonderful and definitely positive. A lot of people have actually liked my character and the idea of Saakshi Tanwar and me coming together onscreen. Moreover, the show has been enjoying a good TRP ever since it went on air. So, yes I'm loving every bit of it. It feels great when people appreciate my work.

How did the show happen for you?I think I'm a character actor more than the leading hero type. I feel I belong to the league of actors like Boman Irani and Anupam Kher. So, when I was offered the show by TV czarina Ekta Kapoor I absolutely loved the script. Plus, inspite of being overweight I got a chance to play the lead, so I had no reason to say no. And I'm glad I took this up.

Were you okay with jokes being cracked about you being overweight on the show? Actually, Ekta did ask me if it would be all right to talk about my weight issues in funny dialogues. The writers were apprehensive. But I didn't really have an issue with that. I think it's important to poke fun at yourself at times, you can't always be serious. Once in a while, it's great to show your inadequacies too, isn't it? Moreover, it works for me because this is the first time it has happened on TV. I've set a new trend of a fat hero and people are actually relating to it.

What kept you away from the tellyworld for so long?I did a couple of films like Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Karthik Calling Karthik,Udaan, etc, but yes I was away from the small screen because I wasn't happy with the kind of roles I was offered. It wasn't something that I've always wanted to do. The reason why I took up Rakhi Ka Swayamvar was because I had a chance to do something different - host a show. So, I didn't mind taking it up.

How much do you identify with the character you're currently playing in Bade Acche...?(laughs) Not at all! Neither am I a business man and nor am I unmarried. I'm a happily married man with two kids. In real life, I'm just the opposite of my onscreen character. I'm quite jovial and know how to enjoy life.

What kind of an equation do you share with lead actress Saakshi Tanwar?Well, we're both secure actors. She is a great human being and we've known each other for a while now. So, we're comfortable working with each other. It's good fun on the sets.

Are there any Bollywood projects in the pipeline? Yes! I've signed up for a couple of interesting projects like Karan Johar's Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu starring Kareena and Imran, where I play a Las Vegas real estate king. There's some good comedy in the film. You'll see me sharing screen space with Boman Irani, Ratna Pathak Shah and Imran Khan. Apart from this, you'll also see me in Agent Vinod, where I play a Russian mob boss. Sriram Raghavan, the director of the film, wanted to experiment with my look and diction. Luckily, I'm pretty good with accents, so I was suitable for the role. I am just hoping for the best for the future.

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